Pseudoachalasia Secondary to Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm

The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
Jorind BeqariMichael S Kent

Abstract

Pseudoachalasia is known to be associated with malignancy involving the gastroesophageal junction and after esophageal operations. We present a case of pseudoachalasia secondary to an aneurysm of the descending thoracic aorta and describe successful operative management.

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Mar 8, 2020·BMC Gastroenterology·Marian DejaegerKatleen Fagard
Feb 9, 2019·Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine·Eric Omar ThenVinaya Gaduputi

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